Ethan Nichtern, a contemporary Buddhist teacher and author, shares insights on building genuine confidence through the lens of Buddhism. He distinguishes between authentic and performative confidence, offering practical strategies for resilience. The conversation dives into the concept of self, the Eight Worldly Winds, and how our identities are shaped by praise and blame. Nichtern encourages embracing humility and the emotional journey, while introducing meditation techniques to transform negative emotions like jealousy into joy.

Ethan Nichtern, incredible author and Buddhist teacher, joins the DTFH to discuss love, awakening, and the true nature of reality. They reflect on mind, memory, and transformative experiences, and the depth of Eastern thought. They also explore the commodification of spirituality, interconnectedness, the complexity of choice, and factors of success. Plus, an ad for Fume and a discussion about LaGuardia airport.

Ethan Nichtern, a Buddhist teacher and author of "Confidence: Holding Your Seat through Life's Eight Worldly Winds," discusses how to maintain unwavering self-trust amid life's storms. He shares ancient wisdom on navigating the duality of pleasure and pain, the societal pressure of praise and criticism, and the importance of mindful awareness. Listeners will discover the four powers of true confidence: compassion, lineage, awareness, and 'wind horse,' which help maintain balance and redefine personal success in a chaotic world.

Ethan Nichtern, incredible, scholarly author and Buddhist teacher, shares insights on confidence, insecurities, and navigating life's challenges. The podcast delves into Buddhist teachings, meditation practices, and the importance of feedback for personal growth. There are also humorous sponsor ads intertwined with deep discussions on compassion, emptiness in Buddhism, and finding trustworthy mentors.

Ethan Nichtern, author of 'Confidence,' discusses vulnerability, truth, and the current political environment with his dad. They explore the concept of real confidence, imposter syndrome, and the importance of authenticity. Touching on sadness as a response to the world, they delve into the Eight Worldly Winds and the power of tuning into inner knowing.